Bansko Ski Tour from Istanbul - Half Board - 3 Nights by Bus

About Bansko Ski Tour from Istanbul - Half Board - 3 Nights by Bus

This tour offers a 3 Nights 5 Days ski experience, departing from Istanbul by luxury coach. The route takes place within Bulgaria and ends in Bansko, the country’s largest ski resort, set at the foot of the Pirin Mountains. Accommodation is planned for 3 nights. There are 11 departure dates in total between 6 January 2027 and 3 March 2027. Prices start at €1.030 per person, while prices for children aged 2–11 start at €289. A €140 supplement applies to guests choosing a single room. Accommodation options include 4* Casa Karina Hotel (Half Board, no supplement), 4* Lion Hotel Bansko (Half Board, +€30 per person) and 4* Platinum Hotel & Casino (Half Board, +€30 per person). The price includes round-trip luxury coach transportation, highway and parking costs, customs duties, 3 nights’ accommodation, professional Turkish-speaking guide services and compulsory package tour liability insurance. Visas and visa service fees, the international departure fee, meals not listed in the itinerary and personal expenses are not included. The full itemized lists are available in the “Included in the Price” and “Not Included in the Price” sections on the page. Exact departure times will be shared in the pre-tour information.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Edirne – Kapıkule – Plovdiv – Bansko

In the early hours of the night, board the bus at one of the following locations: 21:00 Kadıköy Marriage Office car park, 21:30 Mecidiyeköy İstikbal-Altunbaş, 22:00 in front of İncirli Ömür Plaza, 22:30 Beylikdüzü Marmara Park, 23:00 Silivri, 00:00 Çorlu Otoban Aramgah Facilities and 01:00 Edirne Arslanlı Facilities. There will be regular stops along the way, followed by arrival at the Kapıkule border crossing. After passport formalities are completed, the journey continues. The route takes in Edirne, Kapıkule and Plovdiv. Edirne is a stop before crossing the border, and Selimiye Mosque here is on the UNESCO list. Plovdiv is one of Bulgaria's oldest cities, known for its Roman theater and colorful old mansions. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 — Bansko

Start the day with an open buffet breakfast at the hotel. This day is set aside for optional excursions; those who do not wish to join can relax at the hotel or spend their free time as they please. Free time is available after the program. Overnight accommodation is at the hotel.

Day 3 — Bansko

Start the day with an open buffet breakfast at the hotel. Today is reserved for an optional excursion; those not participating can enjoy free time at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 — Bansko

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The optional excursion visits Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia University, the Old Royal Palace, the Archaeological Museum, the Rotunda Church and Banya Bashi Mosque; those who do not take this tour can enjoy free time at the hotel. Free time follows the program. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is an Orthodox cathedral and a symbol of Sofia, distinguished by its gold-plated domes. Founded in 1888, Sofia University is housed in a historic building in the city center. The Old Royal Palace now houses the National Art Gallery and the Ethnographic Museum. Overnight at the hotel. In your free time, you can explore Bansko's old bazaar independently.

Day 5 — Bansko – Istanbul

After breakfast, we begin the return journey, with rest stops along the way. During the day, we pass through Kapıkule and Edirne. The tour ends with a late-night arrival in Istanbul.

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 8 - 12 January 2027

Tour date: 15 - 19 January 2027

Tour date: 22 - 26 January 2027

Tour date: 24 - 28 January 2027

Tour date: 29 January - 2 February 2027

Tour date: 31 January - 4 February 2027

Tour date: 5 - 9 February 2027

Tour date: 12 - 16 February 2027

Tour date: 19 - 23 February 2027

Tour date: 26 February - 2 March 2027

Tour date: 5 - 9 March 2027

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Bansko tour from Istanbul last?

The tour is 3 nights 5 days. Accommodation is provided for 3 nights.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The route consists of Bansko stops and proceeds within the borders of Bulgaria.

What is included in the tour price?

The price includes round-trip transportation by luxury coach, highway and parking costs, customs duties, 3 nights' accommodation, professional English-language guiding services, and compulsory package tour liability insurance. All inclusions are listed in the "What's Included" section on the page.

What is not included in the tour price?

Visa and visa processing fees, international departure fee, meals not specified in the itinerary, and personal expenses are not included in the price. The full list is detailed in the "Exclusions" section.

Where does the bus depart from, what are the boarding points?

Round-trip transportation is by luxury coach. Pickup points: 21:00 Kadıköy marriage registry office car park, 21:30 Mecidiyeköy İstikbal-Altunbaş, 22:00 in front of İncirli Ömür Plaza, 22:30 Beylikdüzü Marmara Park, 23:00 Silivri, 00:00 Çorlu Otoban Aramgah Facilities and 01:00 Edirne Arslanlı Facilities, Istanbul–Bansko. The border crossing is via the Kapıkule Gate. Confirmed times will be shared in the pre-tour information.

Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?

You can specify your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 4* Casa Karina Hotel (Bansko: Half Board, no price difference), 4* Lion Hotel Bansko (Bansko: Half Board, +€30 per person) and 4* Platinum Hotel & Casino (Bansko: Half Board, +€30 per person). Hotels in the itinerary: Bansko: 4* Casa Karina Hotel (Half Board), Bansko: 4* Hotel Lion Bansko and Bansko: 4* Platinum Hotel & Casino, etc. (Half Board). A €140 supplement applies to guests wishing to stay in a single room.

Is a visa required, and is the fee included?

Visa and visa service fees are not included in the tour price; visa arrangements are the participant's responsibility. The note in the “Not Included in the Price” section of the page reads: Visa service fee - Additional service charges that may arise from consulates and service providers (courier fees, forms, consultancy, etc.) are not included in the price; any price increases they may apply after the contract is concluded will be charged separately to the customer.

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices for children aged 2–11 start from €289, and €109 for infants aged 0–1. Ages 12 and above are subject to adult pricing.

On which dates are departures available?

There are 11 departure dates between 6 January 2027 and 3 March 2027.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

Yes, professional Turkish-speaking guiding service is included in the tour price. The guide accompanies the group throughout the program.